2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Accent | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
